Carlton small forward Eddie Betts has a broken jaw. Source: Herald Sun
CARLTON has been dealt a double injury blow, with Eddie Betts and Shaun Hampson ruled out of Sunday's blockbuster against Collingwood.
Betts has a broken jaw in the wake of last week's loss to Richmond, and Hampson had his appendix removed on Saturday night.
Betts's injury slipped through the net until yesterday. The goalsneak had looked uncomfortable after a first-quarter collision in the game against Richmond, but played through the pain.
The Blues' most influential forward consulted surgeons yesterday. Carlton said it would be guided by medical advice, but already has ruled him out of its Round 2 match.
"It was a great effort on his behalf to keep playing," football manager Andrew McKay said.
"But he won't be playing this week and we'll be guided by the doctor.
"Shaun felt really terrible on Saturday afternoon, saw the doctor and was diagnosed with appendicitis.
"He went straight into hospital and had his appendix removed.
"Obviously we'll have to replace a tall and a small in our forward line, so there are a couple of spots up for grabs."
The Blues already were without first-choice pair Jarrad Waite (calf) and best-and-fairest Heath Scotland (suspension), and there is still doubt about the availability of Mitch Robinson (concussion).
It is understood Waite - one of Carlton's most important players - is still yet to resume running duties.
Hampson's absence opens the door for Robbie Warnock, who was overlooked for Round 1.
Sam Rowe may be brought in to cover for the loss of Betts' scoring power. But Lachie Henderson could also do that job, which would create an opening for Jeremy Laidler in defence.
Blues defender Michael Jamison said coach Mick Malthouse's Collingwood knowledge would be a plus.
"A lot of the players Mick coached are still there, so if there's one or two tips that he can give on those individuals then that's certainly going to be of benefit.".
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